ark-usage

Provide command-line instructions for Ark file, message, and tag operations.

1|Updated Mar 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zot/ark --skill ark-usage
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ark-usage
Source: https://github.com/zot/ark/tree/main/.claude/skills/ark-usage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zot/ark --skill ark-usage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a concise reference for directly interacting with the ark command-line interface, enabling agents to execute specific Ark operations without relying on higher-level abstractions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Direct CLI Access: Offers commands for searching, managing messages, and inspecting tags within the Ark knowledge base.
  • Operational Clarity: Clearly distinguishes when to use ark directly versus delegating to Hermes for more complex queries.
  • Use Case: An agent needs to update the status of a specific message file to 'completed'. This Skill provides the exact ark message set-tags command to perform this action.

Quick Start

Use the ark-usage skill to find all files that use the tag 'status'.

Frequently Asked Questions about ark-usage

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find files using a specific tag in the Ark knowledge base?▼

To find files in the Ark knowledge base, you can use the direct command-line interface instructions provided by the ark-usage skill to execute precise search operations based on specific tags.

What is the best way to update the status of an Ark message file to completed?▼

Updating an Ark message file status requires executing the exact `ark message set-tags` command, which the ark-usage skill provides for managing messages and applying specific status tags directly.

When should I use the Ark CLI directly versus delegating to Hermes?▼

You should use the Ark CLI directly for precise, specific operations like inspecting tag definitions, and delegate to Hermes when you need to manage more complex knowledge base queries.

Can I inspect tag definitions and usage through the Ark command-line interface?▼

Yes, you can inspect tag definitions and usage within the Ark knowledge base by using the direct command-line interface instructions supplied by the ark-usage skill.

Does the ark-usage skill require any higher-level abstractions to manage messages?▼

No, the ark-usage skill provides direct CLI access for managing messages, allowing agents to execute specific Ark operations without relying on higher-level abstractions.